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Gender diversity in construction fosters innovation, improves decision-making, and enhances team dynamics by introducing varied perspectives and skills. It helps companies better reflect client needs, attract top talent, and boost morale, driving long-term success and competitiveness in the industry. We must continue engaging with the next generation to showcase the modern construction industry and challenge the perception when it comes to gender stereotypes. Well done Jasmine Tubridy-Thomas!

Last week we had the privilege of attending a Future Talk event hosted by The Smith Family at Manor Lakes College. The event was designed to give Year 10 students exposure to a range of industries as part of National Careers Week. What I loved about this event is that it was framed around story telling. We told our career stories and why we love what we do to small groups of students, who then had the opportunity to ask us questions about our chosen career path and industry. Each group of students rotated through 15 different industries from construction to agriculture to Vic Police. The best question I was asked was ‘how did you manage money when you first started working and what advice or support did you get to understand how to manage money?’. I think this highlights that there’s a role for schools and unis to play in helping students understand how the world works and basic life skills that they may not learn at home.   Hopefully we sparked some interest in students studying Construction Management! #careers #construction #storytelling

... #GCW2024 4-9 November 2024 is Green Careers Week, a terrific opportunity for teens to find out more about green careers. Download our free guide to get started: - what are green careers? - routes to green careers after GCSE or sixth form - examples of green careers - green careers in action: an insider's view - advice for parents on talking career with their teen https://ow.ly/TWCS50TYNEc #GreenCareersWeek

💼🛠️ Explore the transformative power of vocational education in Ohio's workforce development during In-Demand Jobs Week. Discover firsthand accounts of individuals who found success through vocational training, paving the way for fulfilling careers in diverse fields like architecture, construction, and engineering. Read their inspiring stories here: https://lnkd.in/eAuwcuez #CareerTechOhio #CTEWorks #CareerTechChangesLives

Students from 11 schools across the state joined a virtual panel to learn more about career journeys and exploration. The panelists represented four of Vermont’s "most promising jobs": • Brian Kelley, Registered Nurse, Burlington & Essex/Westford School Systems • Tyler Bracey, Curriculum Director/Lead Preschool Teacher, Little Lakers Academy • Senior Airman Alexandra Banke, Crew Chief, Vermont Air National Guard • Zeynep Barut, Marketing & Communications Specialist, Vermont Federal Credit Union The panel was hosted by Kathy Terami of Careers CLiC and Mat Barewicz from the Vermont Department of Labor. This event was produced by VSAC's GEAR UP college and career readiness program, in partnership with Careers CLiC, the Vermont Department of Labor, and the J. Warren & Lois McClure Foundation.

“Thank you so much for delivering the amazing year 11 assembly talk at St Cenydd today, I’m sure the students benefited from the information you gave out” - Michele Govier from Careers Wales Our Social Value Manager Paula Lunnon was invited to speak to over 300 pupils from year 11 and 10 over 2 separate school career assemblies. As an industry we know that we need to promote construction careers to attract the talent we need for the future, so getting these opportunities to speak directly to young people is essential. There are often misconceptions of what our industry can offer, and the different pathways individuals can take. By providing this information to students before they leave school and choose their career paths can encourage young people to consider our sector as a very viable and long-term option. #CareersinConstruction #BuildingTheFuture #SocialValue #LoveConstruction

... #GCW2024 4-9 November 2024 is Green Careers Week, a terrific opportunity for teens to find out more about green careers. Download our free guide to get started: - what are green careers? - routes to green careers after GCSE or sixth form - examples of green careers - green careers in action: an insider's view - advice for parents on talking career with their teen https://ow.ly/TWCS50TYNEc #GreenCareersWeek

What flips your duvet in the morning? It was great to have this conversation with the UK Chair of Arup around how you can make it in your career and reach the top on My Duvet Flip - UK’s Leading Careers Show. Paula Walsh is such a inspiration. In our conversation she gave so much advice for people in their own careers.

With the rising number of young people not in education, employment, or training, it is more important than ever to offer new and inspiring career pathways. Many young people possess untapped creative potential, but lack the resources, self-belief, or knowledge to pursue it as a viable career. That’s where Northampton Town Council's first-ever Creative Careers Week came into play! The Creative Careers Week was designed to engage and inspire young people not in employment or education. Over the course of a week, young people explored the world of creative industries, from music to photography, guided by industry professionals. Through interactive workshops, mentoring sessions, and networking opportunities, the project aimed to make creative careers more accessible, opening a world of opportunities for young people who may have previously felt these paths were out of reach. To read the full story and impact, visit: https://lnkd.in/eevGWG-N #CreativeCareersWeek #Northampton #YouthSupport

Career pathways can provide students with a leg up in college and the workforce. Bellwether's new series of briefs highlight innovative strategies and effective models in career pathways policy, implementation, and programming: https://lnkd.in/gpzFqcry